This section contains information about setting up your PortaTone for playing. Make sure to read this section carefully before using the instrument. Getting Started
Playing the Demo Songs
The PortaTone has a variety of Demo Songs, specially recorded to showcase the dynamic sounds and rhythms and give you an idea of what you can do with the instrument.
The Panel Display
The PortaTone features a large multi-function display that shows all important settings for the instrument. The section below briefly explains the various icons and indications in the display. Selecting and Playing Voices
The Voice Mode
The Voice mode features 100 authentic Voices. Many of these Voices have special preset characteristics or embellishments. Selecting and Playing Styles
The Style Mode
The Style mode provides dynamic rhythm/accompaniment patterns (as well as Voice settings appropriate for each pattern) for various popular music styles, as listed on the panel. Selecting and playing Songs -
The Song Mode
The Song mode features special Songs that have been created using the rich and dynamic sounds of the PortaTone.